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【November 2025 Update】Zuihoji Park Autumn Foliage at Peak! Day Trip Report from Arima Onsen with Food Walk

Nov 14, 2025 (Fri)

[November 2025] Autumn Leaf Viewing at Kobe Municipal Forest Botanical Garden | Free Shuttle Bus & Lunch Info

Nov 12, 2025 (Wed)

[November 2025] Suma Rikyu Park Autumn Foliage Report | Annual Pass for 900 Yen is Too Good a Deal!

Nov 6, 2025 (Thu)

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Opened in 2002 as a symbol of cultural recovery from the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, this is one of Western Japan's largest art museums. Designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, the building features distinctive spaces using exposed concrete and natural light. The museum houses over 10,000 works, focusing on modern sculpture, prints, and works by Hyogo-related artists.

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Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art

Opened in 2002 as a symbol of cultural recovery from the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, this is one of Western Japan's largest art museums. Designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, the building features distinctive spaces using exposed concrete and natural light. The museum houses over 10,000 works, focusing on modern sculpture, prints, and works by Hyogo-related artists.

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Western architecture of Ijinkan, the tranquility of Sorakuen, and breathtaking views of Port Tower and Kobe Harbor from Meriken Park. Kobe offers numerous memorable photo spots. We also share photography tips and best times to shoot.